Senior Patent Agent/Scientific Advisor (In-House)

Senior Patent Agent/Scientific Advisor (In-House)

Location: This position may be performed remotely with travel to the Boston area as needed.

Position Summary

Praxis Precision Medicines is looking for a skilled, energetic, and meticulous Senior Patent Agent/Scientific Advisor to provide IP support and counseling across its many clinical and pre-clinical programs. We are seeking candidates with a strong background in chemistry or a closely related field. Your expertise in chemistry means you are able to analyze and interpret pharmaceutical patent applications and devise appropriate claim strategies accordingly. In this pivotal role, you will work with internal stakeholders to advance the growth of our IP portfolio. You will also collaborate with outside counsel to ensure the broadest range of patent coverage. The successful candidate will join a dedicated IP department that manages a world-class patent portfolio. If you are innovative and love to immerse yourself in all things patent-related, we look forward to talking with you.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide support (and lead as needed) patent prosecution for multiple international IP portfolios

• Analyze scientific references and advise regarding claim strategy

• Track internal programs and developments, gather data, and advance portfolio growth

• Collaborate with outside counsel in ensuring maximization of patent coverage

• Review planned publications and disclosures

• Support diligence and litigation

Qualifications and Key Success Factors

• Degree in chemistry, pharmacology, or similar; PhD preferred

• Law firm and/or in-house experience

• 5 - 10 years of experience in a Patent Agent and/or Technical Specialist role

• USPTO Registration is required

• Ability to think strategically and operate within an agile company and team framework. Must possess a "roll up your sleeves" attitude and be able to work seamlessly across the organization.

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills with demonstrated understanding of scientific concepts and ability to translate technical language into laymen’s terms.

• The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. Movement through sites and labs may occasionally be required as employee may need to visit these environments. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Visual acuity is required to read and produce accurate materials. Use of keyboards and cellular devices.

Compensation & Benefits

At Praxis, we believe that taking care of our people (and their people) is important, so we provide a world class benefits package to help you thrive.  This includes 99% of the premium paid for medical, dental and vision plans. We also provide company-paid life insurance, AD&D, disability benefits, and voluntary plans to personalize your coverage. Thinking about the future?  We match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% on eligible 401(k) contributions and sweeten the deal with long-term stock incentives and ESPP.  We provide a discretionary quarterly bonus, an extremely flexible wellness benefit, generous PTO, paid holidays and company-wide shutdowns.  Not to mention, you'll also be joining a phenomenal crew of colleagues who are smart, engaged and inspiring.  We aim high, collaborate hard, and produce results.  Let’s achieve the impossible together!

To round out our world-class total rewards package, we provide annualized base salary compensation in the range listed below. Final salary range may be modified commensurate with job level, education, and experience.

Annualized Base Salary
$148,000—$168,000 USD

Company Overview

Praxis Precision Medicines is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company translating genetic insights into the development of therapies for central nervous system disorders characterized by neuronal imbalance. At Praxis we share a common vision of reshaping the human condition into a more freeing and fulfilled existence by developing high impact medicines for patients and families affected by and living with complex brain disorders. Our core Values of Trust, Ownership, Curiosity and Results are foundational to every aspect of our business and are exemplified by each and every one of our team members.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Guided by our core values, at Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. we continue to DARE FOR MORE® to advance, promote, and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion by encouraging individuals to bring their authentic selves and perspectives to work each day. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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